MERC (IMO 8000496)

MERC is a Bulk Carrier built in 1981 and flying the Sierra Leone flag, placing it in its 45th year of service. The vessel reports a deadweight tonnage of 133,357 metric tonnes and a gross tonnage of 75,047. Given its deadweight capacity, it is configured for significant dry bulk cargo transport. Bureau Veritas is the classification society for the vessel, though its current class status is listed as Withdrawn. The vessel has previously operated under one former name and one former flag. No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 9 June 2009.

Frequently asked questions

What is the vessel type and age of MERC?

MERC is a Bulk Carrier that was built in 1981. It is currently in its 45th year of service.

What are the capacity specifications for MERC?

The vessel has a deadweight tonnage of 133,357 metric tonnes. Its gross tonnage is recorded at 75,047.

Which classification society is associated with MERC?

The vessel is associated with Bureau Veritas. Its current classification status is listed as Withdrawn.

How many inspections has the vessel undergone recently?

No port state control (PSC) inspections were recorded in the last 36 months; 21 inspections are on file since 1998, the most recent on 9 June 2009.

What is the flag state and MoU status of MERC?

The vessel currently flies the Sierra Leone flag. It is categorized in the grey band for Paris MoU and the black band for Tokyo MoU.

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